Biberkopf
Mountain Alpine peak on Germany-Austria border, popular climb
Alpine peak on the Austria-Germany border in the Allgäu Alps, popular with hikers and scramblers. Routes offer steep ridges, alpine views and access to classic mountain huts.
Biberkopf is a mountain in the Allgäu Alps that straddles the border between Austria and Germany. Its summit reaches 2,599 metres and it is a prominent peak on the main alpine ridge in this sector.
The summit ridge marks part of the state boundary between Bavaria (Germany) and Tyrol (Austria) and is approached by mountain routes from both sides. The ascent involves steep sections and short scrambles rather than technical alpine climbing on the easiest routes.
As a natural summit it has no constructed history; it has long been part of alpine mountain use by shepherds and mountaineers and is included in regional mountaineering guides. It is commonly climbed by hillwalkers and peak baggers visiting the Allgäu Alps.
Biberkopf sits on the main ridge of the Allgäu Alps in the eastern Alps, immediately adjacent to the Austria-Germany border and surrounded by high alpine terrain and other 2,000-plus metre peaks.
- Elevation and border: Summit elevation is 2,599 metres, and the peak sits on the border between Austria and Germany.
How to Get to Biberkopf #
Nearest bases: Oberstdorf (Germany) or Hohenschwangau region for approach roads. Local alpine huts serve as staging points; use regional bus services from Oberstdorf and then local trails. Access depends on season and trail conditions.
Tips for Visiting Biberkopf #
- If attempting to summit, start from the Rappensee or Stevia side and be prepared for scrambling on the exposed ridge.
- Check local alpine reports for rockfall risk-routes can be loose in thawing conditions.
- Border crossing: the summit ridge represents the Austria-Germany border; carry ID and be aware of small differences in route marking between countries.
Best Time to Visit Biberkopf #
Best in summer (June-September) when trails and scrambling sections are safest and most accessible.
Weather & Climate near Biberkopf #
Biberkopf's climate is classified as Tundra - Tundra climate with cold summers (peaking in August) and freezing winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -11°C to 11°C. Abundant rainfall (1561 mm/year), wettest in July.
January
January is freezing with highs of -4°C and lows of -10°C. Significant rainfall (117 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is the coldest month with highs of -4°C and lows of -11°C. Significant rainfall (107 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is freezing with highs of -2°C and lows of -8°C. Significant rainfall (120 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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April
April is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -6°C. Significant rainfall (122 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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May
May is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of -1°C. Significant rainfall (125 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 1°C. Significant rainfall (159 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 4°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (174 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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August
August is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 4°C. Significant rainfall (158 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 2°C. Significant rainfall (123 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of -1°C. Significant rainfall (104 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -6°C. Significant rainfall (124 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is freezing with highs of -2°C and lows of -9°C. Significant rainfall (128 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
